As you guys know we just moved about a month ago and one of the big chores we're still working on is going through all of our things and deciding what to keep and what to get rid of. Below is a very informative article written by Allconnect that has proven to be very helpful to me and I thought could help anyone else that may be going through a move or...just reorganizing their home and looking to sell their items.

Before you move, you’ll likely go through the process of clearing out possessions you no longer need. Selling them on craigslist and eBay are great ways to make a little money off these no-longer-needed items. But how do you know which website best suits your needs? Here are some things to consider:

• Free to use.
• Organized by city, so you will sell to people within driving distance. (No shipping costs. More practical for large items, like swing sets or washers and dryers.)
• Buyers can view items before purchasing them.
• Typically you name a price; however, you can list an item OBO (“or best offer”).

 The craigslist site offers tips on safety and avoiding scams.

• Auction format. (Could drive price up. Can set a minimum bid.)
• Requires a little more tech-savvy know-how to use the site (compared to craigslist).
• Limited personal contact between buyers and sellers, so there is less concern about safety.

The eBay site offers advice for sellers including Top 10 tips for sellers  and Ideas for what to sell.

Other ways to sell your stuff
Check for niche websites. For example, there are sites devoted to selling used cameras, used textbooks, antiques, and cell phones. You can also try the bricks-and-mortar consignment shops or old-school newspaper listings. If you have enough items, you might try a yard sale .
If you don’t really have to pare down your belongings but you’re just tired of them, you could also try swapping via sites like PaperBackSwap.com, SwapaDVD.com, SwapaCD.com, and SwapTree.com (to trade books, DVDs, CDs, and video games).
Resources for using craigslist and eBay:
Even though most transactions go smoothly on craigslist and eBay, the resources below offer sound advice for beginners doing business online:

ILookBothWays.com
Sell items online: 7 tips to help stay safe by Microsoft Online Safety
“How Craigslist Works” by HowStuffWorks
“How eBay Works” by HowStuffWorks


This post is written by Allconnect and republished here with their permission. Allconnect can assist with your move by offering free mover quotes, an online change of address form, and help transfer your essential home services. You can also compare services available at your new address to make sure you are getting the best deal.  See tips to help you during your move.

About Allconnect:
Allconnect is the leading provider for connecting consumers with household services including satellite TV, cable TV, Internet, phone, home security systems, and natural gas and electric utilities.  The company offers a convenient, simple, and objective one-stop source for comparing options and pricing, whether consumers are transferring or establishing household services during a move or simply wanting to ensure they are on the best plan for their budget.  This service is offered at no charge, online or by phone.  Founded in 1998, Allconnect has connected over 20 million people through its partnerships with more than 30 utility companies and hundreds of service providers across the U.S.